Scammers often impersonate government officials or trustworthy agencies to trick consumers into giving out money, passwords and sensitive information. They often pose as representatives of businesses you trust, government agencies, or both. In a new variation of these constantly evolving schemes, scammers are now impersonating Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew Ferguson.
How the Scam Works
According to a recent FTC consumer alert, the scam usually begins with an unexpected call